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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which word describes one of the motivating factors for Stephen to take the job?
(a) Loss of his wife recently
(b) Basically penniless
(c) Escape from people who are looking at him
(d) Adventure

2. Which instrument did the Commandant's wife play?
(a) Viola
(b) Violin
(c) Cello
(d) Harp

3. Which of the characters cannot speak?
(a) Richards
(b) King
(c) Ricketts
(d) Dillon

4. Where is the setting as the novel opens?
(a) Music room aboard ship
(b) Hospital in the Balearic Islands
(c) Music room in Minorca
(d) Governor's house in Mahon

5. How many gun sloops did the Sophie have?
(a) 5
(b) 14
(c) 20
(d) 10

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Mrs. Harte feel about Jack's promotion?

2. Which of the following characters was the captain of the Sophie?

3. Which of the following is the best definition for the term epaulette?

4. Which of the following is the best synonym for the word erudition in the following sentence: Stephen amazed Jack with his erudition in pointing out one special dish.

5. Why didn't Jack recognize all of the dishes on the table from what they ordered?

(see the answer key)

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